Definitely 180 days out, they seem to go fast especially in the crowded summer months. We did Mama Melrose and our kids loved it because they are big spaghetti kids. If you have pickier eaters then you could do the buffet at Hollywood n' Vine, they have a kids side to the buffet w/ pizza, chicken nuggets, mac and cheese, etc. WE really enjoyed the Mama Melrose meal last year and are returning. I think brown derby is a little too fancy and too expensive for us with our kids.